stop guessing.
start enjoying your dog.
We’ll jump on a video call together and map out a clear plan for the next two weeks and beyond using play-based learning & Training.
AS FEAUTERED IN
This is for you if…
- You have a stubborn or reactive dog
- Your dog does not listen to you.
- Treat-based training has already failed you.
- You dread walks.
- You feel like you’re failing your dog.
- You want a real bond, not just compliance.
- You are ready to do some work.
This is NOT for you if…
You are looking for a quick fix or an obedient dog in a weekend. You want to use treats, prong collars, e-collars, or correction-based tools. You are not willing to put in consistent daily practice.
Kathleen with her beagle: My beagle obeys me without needing anything. Just because.
John with his beagle: My anxiety has been reduced just by working with Saro
Lori with her Bernese cross: I had no idea that I needed to improve my bond with my dog.
Loulia with her Dachshund: I have a peace of mind that what I am doing is not making things worse.
Nancy with her large dogs: I had no connection with my dogs even after trying other methods.
Brandy & Craig with their dogs: We realized our common mistakes and started correcting them now.
The trainer who works with the dogs other trainers gave up on
My name is Saro Boghozian. For over 20 years (I have trained 1000+ dogs, coached 300+ dog owners across multiple countries, written a best-selling book) I have worked with the dogs that frustrated owners bring to me as a last resort — the beagles everyone calls untrainable, the reactive rescues on medication, the strong-willed breeds that have already been through two or three trainers and come back worse each time.
They tried obedience classes first. Six weeks in a church hall or a pet store parking lot, surrounded by other dogs and distractions, following a group curriculum that was never built for their specific dog or their specific problem. Their dog learned to sit for a treat. The moment the treats ran out — or the moment a squirrel appeared — it was like the training never happened.
So they hired a private trainer. Someone who came to the house for a few sessions, showed some techniques, left some notes, and disappeared. And within two weeks of the trainer leaving, the dog had forgotten everything — because the owner had never truly learned why the method worked, only what to do. Without the understanding, nothing transferred.
Both approaches share the same flaw: they train the dog for a few weeks and leave the owner behind.
The reason the 90-Day Play & Praise Program works where classes and short-term trainers fail is simple: you are not just getting a trainer. You are getting 90 days of personalised, 1-on-1 coaching that teaches you how to think like a trainer — so the results don’t disappear the moment the program ends. You understand your dog. You know what to do in any situation. And you can maintain and build on everything we do together for the rest of your dog’s life.
Before we started training with Saro Josh, and I were both feeling confused but It was no longer confusing for Josh and me as we continued through the program with Saro.
Heather
With Josh
I highly recommend Saro’s training system. You will need to take everything you learned and expect to teach your family members the same training methods. This will only work if everyone is on the same page at home.
Cheryl Smith
With Qantas & Levi
When I adopted my dog, I was completely inexperienced, and I felt overwhelmed.
Saro's training not only helped me connect with my Beagle but also transformed our relationship entirely. As a busy working woman, it took me a while to take the lessons, but with each one, my bond with Tiger significantly deepened. A few months of maternity leave further enhanced our relationship.
I highly recommend Saro's training course over any other.
Sima Maleki
With Tiger
I couldn't believe how quickly she responded to training without treats. Sasha is a bit overweight and needs to have less food in her life. Positive reinforcement is key to this type of training, as well as firm, clear and confident commands.
Chris Carter
With Sasha
“The course was great, I have a friend who spent a lot of money on a course and they did not address all the issues such as feeding”.
“There are no treats involved in the training at all”.
“He never howls or barks, it is going really well on our daily walks”.
“When I meet dogs or strangers he simply sits and waits for them to come”.
“I bring him everywhere, in the car, to my friends at school when I pick up my son”.
“The vet is amazed at how well-behaved he is.”
Maude
With Yugi
In general, I also like that his approach is holistic and natural.
Now we have a lovely 1-year-old Beagle who is much calmer on walks and easier to manage. We feel much more relaxed and loving with our dog.
N.E.
With Chloe
Very Calm researched based training from Saro Boghozian
What videos I've watched are very informative and a lot of the methods I've used with older completely untrained large guardian dogs. And best of all he's local! so if you need help, give him a shout.
Jo Ferris
I have used treats in the past. And couldn’t understand why it wasn’t working when I/my Puppy needed it most. Hindsight is 20/20. I wish I had found Saro back with my last dog. Today I have a 10 mo Rhodesian Ridgeback. I found Saro because treats sent my boy someplace wrong when training. And all the trainers local to me used treats, prong/e collars, and collar pops. I figured there had to be a way to train without treats or punishment. I am so HAPPY to say that at 10 months my boy is partially trained. But trained right. We have a great bond. And are slowly taking each step to ensure trust remains. He is shy. And big. And his brain is constantly rewiring itself as he grows. It has been wonderful to watch Saro’s videos, apply the simple and effective ideas, and see the positive growth. Thank you Saro!
Had I listened to all the naysayers, including my vet, my big shy boy would probably be a lot less stable and happy.
@shannonmarshall3718
I like Saro because he treats dogs with respect and they always look great. He’s interesting because he’s smart and brings some unique ideas and insight to the table. He’s very creative using simple concepts.
He’s also bang on with using impulse control exercises to burn mental energy, along with drive capping during play is all great stuff.
You’re bang on about adjusting the ratio to suit the dog, but also the amount of time and how much you want to amp up the dog whilst also expending energy.
@TeslaNick2
guilherme siqueira
I applied your knowledge on my border collie. 1.5 years ago. Now he is extremely trained and balanced. I love him. Thanks
@TeslaNick2
I like Saro because he treats dogs with respect and they always look great. He’s interesting because he’s smart and brings some unique ideas and insight to the table. He’s very creative using simple concepts. He’s also bang on with using impulse control exercises to burn mental energy, along with drive capping during play is all great stuff. You’re bang on about adjusting the ratio to suit the dog, but also the amount of time and how much you want to amp up the dog whilst also expending energy.
Cindy Swan
Saro you are truly gifted at what you do. It’s hard to find anyone with your expertise in Beagle training. We are lucky to have you. 🐾
@clairehoward8142
Just wanted to say thank you for all your advice. I have a 3 year old beagle who was very reactive to other dogs on the lead. After watching your videos and following your advice he is like a different dog. We can now walk past other dogs with no reaction at all. Thank you so much!
@petersmith7391
I’ve been following your channel for a while now and the progress I’ve made with my beagle is incredible. Your ‘Play & Praise’ method really works. He’s much more focused and our bond is stronger than ever. Keep up the great work!
You're the first trainer I hear say "beagles are easy to train" 😂 and that is why I only trust you when it comes to train beagles nothing else helped...
In my country I've even heard professional trainers giving up on beagles cz they're "untrainable"
I've watched your videos for years now and thanks to you my beagle is a calm obedient dog compared to the stubborn chaotic puppy he was
Keeping him on leash around the house helped a LOT, he now knows there is a certain time he's off leash and he behaves, and you're right he actually loves being on leash cz he loves keeping us company wherever we are
Also long walks to satisfy his sniffing needs were important
And treat searching games to keep him entertained because he is not the type of dog who likes to play fetch but rather prefers to sniff and search
So thank you for your educational videos and tips, for helping us understand our dogs better and what they need
Love and support from Lebanon ❤️
@MKEditsxx
When I was watching this I train horses and just thought about it and realized that the way I reward my horses I'd bye taking a step back and also letting them be what me I never realized giving dogs treats for training really seems weird.
Saro Dog Training •
Horses and dogs are very similar in few ways.
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Georgia Daily •
@Saro Dog Training yep and I started training my dog today and followed you method and realized all the tricks my mom taught her where all just because she wanted a treat not using treats in just one day I have seen way better results thank goodness I saw your video I was watching the trainer who gives a million treats I'm glad you made that video thank you
Georgia Daily
Maria Moldovan
Great video, thank you for educating people in this direction. There is a huge need for this since dog training is absolutely over taken by the use of the treats and most of the dog owners can’t even imagine how to train their dogs without food.
SaberDog
I found training Saber was easier when showing him being with me was better than anything else. He will be that old dog telling the puppies “when I was a lad my only toy was a stick.” ha ha
Sheryn
“Saro” I have developed a better relationship with my beagle using Saro’s training techniques.
Chuckee Butt
@Saro Dog Training Only on walks where there’s a lot of distractions at this point, she’s learning how to behave on a flat collar but she’s not quite ready to forego her prong just yet. When I first got her a prong was the only viable solution to be able to take her places, but since I’ve been working with her and she has figured out what is expected of her it’s becoming less of a requirement, although I keep the prong in my pocket just in case.
@quietpflower4936
Great tips! Love the simplicity and the emphasis on building a positive relationship!
Maria Moldovan
Great video, thank you for educating people in this direction. There is a huge need for this since dog training is absolutely over taken by the use of the treats and most of the dog owners can’t even imagine how to train their dogs without food.
guilherme siqueira
I applied your knowledge on my border collie. 1.5 years ago. Now he is extremely trained and balanced. I love him. Thanks
@RoseAnneLivao
Your thoughtful approach to dog training is inspiring, and I know this will help so many people and their pups. Thank you for sharing! 🙂
Two weeks of training my adopted beagle on leash according to Saro's guidelines and he has improved 50-75%. Thank you.
CHRISTINA LANTHIER
Saro, I have developed a better relationship with my beagle using Saro training techniques.
SHERYN
An excellent dog training course that explains human and dog psychology. Saro’s techniques explain dog training in easy steps.
Hella Simonsen
Can’t wait for this winter to walk on the trails. Oreo (basset/beagles mix) had to be leashed but I am hoping he will be Ok to be off leash this year. He was adopted 2 years ago and now is very good at staying with me. Thanks to Saro and his training methods.
Christine Lanthier
Saro, you are awesome. The way you deliver information makes it so easy to process and understand. Thank you.
S. GEORGE
The BEST! Training is what WORKS! and I have found that play and praise is the only type of training that works for me and my 2 dogs.
Nancy Ritland
Play and Praise works. My dog was trained on treats. Now saying "good boy " is magical, and he doesn't look for treats as much.
Cynthia Ingram
I loved the puppy training 101 course. My dog has become a joy to be with. Maybe me too. We both have to learn and grow, right? Godspeed.
Jeff Touchinski